| Product Overview | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ASUS (Republic of Gamers – ROG) |
| Category | Gaming / Enthusiast ATX Motherboard |
| Model | ROG Strix Z790-A Gaming WiFi II |
| Form Factor | ATX |
| Chipset | Intel® Z790 |
| Technical Specifications | |
| CPU Socket | LGA 1700 for Intel® 14th, 13th & 12th Gen Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors |
| Memory Support | 4 x DIMM slots, Max. 192GB, DDR5 Supports up to 8000+(OC) MT/s Dual Channel Memory Architecture, Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) OptiMem II, ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile II (AEMP II) |
| Expansion Slots | 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (from CPU, SafeSlot) 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (from Chipset, supports x4 mode) 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot (from Chipset) |
| Storage Support | 4 x M.2 slots (Key M): 1 x M.2 2242/2260/2280/22110 (from CPU, PCIe 4.0 x4) 3 x M.2 2242/2260/2280 (from Chipset, PCIe 4.0 x4) 1 x M.2 2242/2260/2280/22110 (from Chipset, PCIe 4.0 x4 & SATA modes) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports Supports Intel® Rapid Storage Technology for PCIe RAID 0/1/5/10, SATA RAID 0/1/5/10 |
| USB Ports (Rear) | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C® port (20Gbps) 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (2 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®) 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports (5Gbps) 4 x USB 2.0 Type-A ports |
| USB Ports (Front Headers) | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 connector (supports USB Type-C® with up to 30W PD Fast-charge) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header (supports 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports) 2 x USB 2.0 headers (support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports) 1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) Header (supports Thunderbolt™ 4 add-in card) |
| Network | 1 x Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet (with ASUS LANGuard) Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, 2×2, supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency bands, MLO) Bluetooth® v5.4 |
| Audio | ROG SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC ALC4080 Savitech SV3H712 AMP, Impedance Sense for front and rear headphone outputs Premium Audio Capacitors, Audio Shielding, S/PDIF Optical out port |
| Power Delivery | 16 + 1 + 2 Power Stages (rated for 70A each) Dual ProCool II Power Connectors (1 x 8-pin, 1 x 4-pin +12V) High-quality alloy chokes, Durable capacitors, Six-layer PCB |
| Special Features | ASUS Q-Design (PCIe Slot Q-Release, M.2 Q-Latch, Q-DIMM, Q-LED) ASUS Thermal Solution (VRM heatsinks, M.2 heatsinks, AIO Pump header, Chipset heatsink) ASUS EZ DIY (BIOS FlashBack™ button, Clear CMOS button, Pre-mounted I/O shield) Aura Sync RGB lighting (3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers, 1 x Aura RGB header) AI Overclocking, AI Cooling II, Two-Way AI Noise Cancellation, GameFirst VI |
| Display Output | 1 x DisplayPort™ (supports max. 8K@60Hz) 1 x HDMI® port (supports 4K@60Hz) *Graphics specifications vary between CPU types. Requires a CPU with integrated graphics. |
| Operating System Support | Windows® 11 64-bit, Windows® 10 64-bit |
| Bundled Accessories | ASUS Wi-Fi Q-Antenna, SATA cables, M.2 screw packages, Thermal pads for M.2, Cable ties, ROG key chain, ROG Strix stickers, Quick start guide, Documentation |
The **ASUS ROG Strix Z790-A Gaming WiFi II** is a high-performance ATX motherboard designed to serve as the foundation for powerful gaming rigs and enthusiast-grade systems. It supports the latest Intel 12th, 13th, and 14th Generation Core processors through the LGA 1700 socket, offering robust power delivery and advanced cooling solutions to ensure stable operation and maximum performance.
This motherboard is engineered for speed, featuring a **PCIe 5.0 x16 slot** ready for the next generation of graphics cards, providing unparalleled bandwidth for gaming and demanding applications. It fully embraces **DDR5 memory**, supporting speeds well over 8000+ MT/s through Intel® XMP and ASUS’s OptiMem II and AEMP II technologies, allowing users to extract every bit of performance from their RAM.
Storage capabilities are extensive, with **five PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots**, all equipped with robust heatsinks to prevent thermal throttling of high-speed NVMe SSDs. One of these M.2 slots also offers SATA compatibility for broader storage device support. For wired networking, it includes an **Intel® 2.5Gb Ethernet** port with ASUS LANGuard for reliable, low-latency connections. Wireless connectivity is handled by **Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)**, which provides access to the less congested 6GHz band for ultra-fast and stable wireless speeds, complemented by Bluetooth 5.4.
The Strix Z790-A Gaming WiFi II is packed with DIY-friendly features such as the PCIe Slot Q-Release and M.2 Q-Latch, simplifying component installation and removal. Its power solution comprises **16+1+2 power stages**, ensuring exceptional stability and power delivery for even the most demanding multi-core processors during intense gaming sessions or heavy workloads. The board also boasts advanced cooling features, including comprehensive VRM and M.2 heatsinks, alongside intelligent control via AI Overclocking and AI Cooling II to optimize system performance and acoustics.
Aesthetically, the motherboard features a striking design with an integrated I/O cover and supports **Aura Sync RGB lighting**, allowing users to personalize their build with synchronized lighting effects across compatible components.



















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